TARO 400T: New Adventure Model and RA01 Scooter Set for EICMA 2026 Debut

The TARO 400T is one of the least-known names heading to EICMA 2026, and that is exactly why it is worth watching. In a press release issued on October 31, TARO said it will show the 400T adventure model and a new RA01 urban scooter at Hall 10, Booth A54, from November 3 to 8.

The release is long on styling words and short on numbers. But TARO showed a twin-cylinder 400cc adventure scooter at China’s CIMA Motor show in September, and its details give a good idea of what the 400T may be.

Below, we separate what TARO has confirmed from what we can only infer, and explain why this small brand could matter to European riders.

What is the TARO 400T?

The TARO 400T is a new adventure-styled model that TARO will present at EICMA 2026 in Milan. The brand describes it as having commanding proportions, robust bodywork, a tall windscreen and an upright riding position for commuting, weekend rides and longer trips. TARO has not published engine, price or weight figures for the EICMA bike.

TARO calls itself a fast-growing brand focused on accessible, design-led mobility. In China it is known as Tairong. Some of its models are already sold in Europe under partner brands; in Greece, for example, they are badged as Thrust Motor.

The release calls the 400T an “adventure motorcycle”. That label matters, because the closest TARO model we know of is actually a scooter.

Is the TARO 400T the ATS-402T Rally from CIMA?

Probably, but TARO has not said so. At CIMA Motor in Chongqing, held from September 19 to 22, TARO unveiled a twin-cylinder adventure scooter called the ATS-400T, later listed as the ATS-402T Rally. Its 400cc class, adventure styling and windscreen fit the EICMA description, yet the EICMA spec sheet has not been released.

TARO describes the ATS as an “All-Terrain Scooter”, which is where the letters come from. It is built for city streets, highways and light gravel.

If the 400T is this bike, Europe gets an unusual product: a twin-cylinder maxi scooter with a 17-inch front wheel and real adventure hardware.

TARO 400T: confirmed vs not confirmed

What specs did the CIMA show bike have?

The CIMA bike used a 398cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin with eight valves, rated at 30kW (about 40hp) at 7,500rpm and 42Nm at 5,750rpm, with a CVT automatic. It rolled on a 17-inch front and 14-inch rear wheel, used Marzocchi suspension and had dual-channel ABS and traction control as standard.

Equipment reported from the show includes a vertical TFT screen with connectivity, keyless start, tyre pressure monitoring, front and rear dashcams, heated grips and seat, crash bars, handguards and a tall screen. Treat these as CIMA figures; the European spec could differ.

What is the TARO RA01?

TARO’s release presents the RA01 as an urban scooter with a streamlined body, a roomy riding layout, protective panels and a distinctive nose. It is aimed at daily commuting and short city trips. TARO has not published engine size, power, price or weight, so the RA01 is a name and a design for now.

There is one wrinkle. Chinese show coverage from CIMA described a TARO model called RA01 as an adventure-style bike on a new platform. The EICMA release calls it an urban scooter. We will confirm which is right when the bike is on the stand.

Who are the TARO 400T’s rivals, and will it come to India?

In Europe the obvious rivals are adventure-styled maxi scooters such as Honda’s ADV350, plus 400cc singles from Chinese brands like QJMotor’s FORT 400 G. The TARO‘s selling point would be its twin-cylinder smoothness. TARO has announced no India plans, and the brand has no Indian presence today.

Indian riders who like the idea already have a small taste of it in the Honda ADV 160, though that is a 160cc single. For a twin-cylinder adventure bike in the Indian market, the closest real option is a motorcycle like the Benelli TRK 552X.

What should buyers check before choosing a TARO?

Buyers should check four things before trusting any new brand: the local importer, the warranty length, parts availability and the service network near home. TARO’s release targets distributors and dealers, which tells us the European network is still being built. Until it exists, even a good bike can be a hard bike to own.

Ask how long common parts, such as brake pads, drive belts and body panels, take to arrive. Check whether the warranty is handled by the importer or by TARO itself. A maxi scooter with a CVT needs belt and roller service at regular intervals, so a nearby workshop matters more than a spec sheet.

Resale value is the last test. Little-known brands usually lose value faster in their first years, so a lower price at the showroom can disappear when you sell.

CarBike Insight Analysis

The TARO 400T is a classic EICMA unknown. A small Chinese brand books a Milan stand, sends a vague release, and lets the bike speak. The useful question is not whether it is exciting but whether TARO can build a dealer and parts network in Europe.

On paper, the CIMA bike’s twin offers similar peak numbers to a strong 400cc single. QJMotor’s FORT 400 G, for example, quotes 42.7hp and 41.2Nm. The difference should be in refinement: twins vibrate less on long motorway runs, which suits a bike sold as a tourer.

The weight is the catch. At a reported 205kg with fuel, it is heavy for a 40hp machine, and the 810mm seat is tall for a scooter. Light trails, yes; serious off-road, no.

Who should watch? European commuters who want an automatic with touring range and a big front wheel. Who should wait? Anyone who needs proven resale value and service support. Adventure fans following bigger EICMA debuts, such as the Kawasaki KLE 650, will find the TARO a very different, more city-focused idea.

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